Amentum · 1 month ago
LUH72 Aircraft Mechanic III
Fort Polk, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expAmentum is a company focused on providing advanced solutions for various sectors, including aviation maintenance. They are seeking a LUH72 Aircraft Mechanic III to maintain, repair, and modify aircraft structures and engines, ensuring compliance with technical standards and safety regulations.
Mechanical EngineeringSecurityTechnical Support
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems and mechanical components
Applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions and applies technical expertise in restoring equipment condition and operation
Removes and installs aircraft subsystem assemblies and components such as engines, rotors, transmissions, mechanical flight controls and their components
Services and lubricates aircraft and subsystems
Safely prepares aircraft for inspections and maintenance checks and services
Performs scheduled inspections and assists in performing special inspections
Performs limited maintenance operational checks and diagnoses and troubleshoots aircraft systems using special tools and test equipment as required
Uses and performs operator maintenance on tools, special tools and aircraft ground support equipment
Applies comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate problems by interpreting technical documentation such as aircraft Technical Manuals, Maintenance Information and Action Messages and all technical guidance provided through government official representatives
Uses a thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts
Uses a knowledge of electrical theory and of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers
Participates in maintenance test flights and operation checks as required
Uses a working knowledge of technical publications and the Government STAMIS to make entries in aircraft logs and records
Receives technical assistance, as required, from higher-level technician
Prioritize workloads and is required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks
Inspect all required aeronautical type maintenance to be performed by Aircraft Mechanic I & II
Inspect all aircraft assigned
Plans, conducts, and supervises aircraft technical inspections
Computes basic weight and balance records
Participates in maintenance test flights and operation checks as required
Ensures compliance with aircraft configuration control, Army oil analysis Program, and test measuring diagnostic equipment calibration
Provides guidance to lower level technicians in aircraft repair, technical inspection techniques, and procedures according to directives, technical manuals, work standards, and operational policies
Prepares evaluations, special reports, and records pertaining to aircraft maintenance repair and related activities
When assigned to operate Flexible Engine Diagnostic System (FEDS). Shall have Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Powerplant License. If no FAA Powerplant License, then shall have minimum five years documented as a Flexible Engine Diagnostic System (FEDS) operator
When designated shall obtain DoD EPA Refrigerant Processing Certificate Section 608 Technician Certification (Universal) or Minimum Type II
If assigned, all Weight and Balance Personnel Shall be trained according to AR 95-1
When qualified may be designated as an additional duty safety officer and or site safety specialist (SSS, as a primary duty)
May be designated as a Foreign Object Elimination/Foreign Object Debris (FOE/FOD) Program Administrator
As qualified and when required can perform non-crew member duties
When qualified and as assigned for crane operator duties shall have three years of crane operation related experience and shall comply with Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction, Subpart: CC Cranes & Derricks in Construction 1926.1427 Operator qualification and Certification
When selected, qualified and trained IAW contact requirements will perform aircraft condition evaluations (ACE) inspection duties
As required capable of using Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) for job duties
May support AS9100-AS9110 internal audits, corrective action requests, assist section, department, and/or program in developing plans to correct identified shortfalls
May assist with continual improvement initiatives
Perform other qualified duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Shall have a valid up-to-date A&P license
Shall have five (5) years aviation maintenance experience, five (5) years rotary wing aircraft experience, and two (2) years on the assigned MDS (LUH 72)
All experience must be within the ten (10) most recent years
Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work site
Tools are Required, must provide own tools and toolbox. Tools must be shadowed and etched with PID
Shall possess the level of experience necessary to inspect all required aeronautical type maintenance to be performed by skill class Mechanic I and must have a combination of experience to repair engines, sheet metal, structural, hydraulic, electrical, power train, and general mechanical maintenance of moderate difficulty, required to meet the assigned missions
Shall have a thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshoot, diagnosing problems, repair procedures and replacement of parts: requires broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair
Shall have basic knowledge of electrical theory
Shall have thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers
Shall have working knowledge of making entries in aircraft logbooks & records, military technical publications, and the Army's Unit Level Logistics Aviation Information Systems, ULLS-AE
Proficient in the use of the Government STAMIS used to maintain Army aircraft forms and records
Detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc
Possess the experience and ability to provide technical support to structural/mechanical engineers and customers alike
Basic computer data entry skills required for use of maintenance and logistics databases
Shall possess the level of experience necessary to inspect all required aeronautical type maintenance to be performed by skill class Mechanic I and must have a combination of experience to repair engines, sheet metal, structural, hydraulic, electrical, power train and general mechanical maintenance of moderate difficulty, required to meet the assigned missions
Shall have a thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, diagnosing problems, repair procedures and replacement of parts: requires broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair and ability to determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems
Shall have basic knowledge of electrical theory
Shall have a working knowledge of making entries in aircraft logbooks & records, military technical publications, and the Army's Unit Level Logistics Aviation Information System, ULLS-AE
Shall have the ability to determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems
All mechanics assigned to perform maintenance on FAA certified aircraft must meet FAA requirements
When assigned to Engine Specialized Repair Activity, must hold a valid (current) FAA Powerplant license
Must be able to type using a standard keyboard to communicate through e-mail and software applications
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing in English
Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for extended periods throughout the day
Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands
Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders
May be required to lift heavy objects whose weight may exceed 50 pounds
Will be required to handle dirty parts and lubricants
Will be required to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Must be able to pass a Respirator Physical and Fit Test qualification
May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, fork lift, etc
Must be able to lift/push/pull minimum of 50 pounds
May work in maintenance shop or outside
Must be able to work in a shop where the environment is drafty, noisy, and dirty
May be exposed to extreme noise from operating equipment
May be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts or vehicles
Company
Amentum
Amentum is a technology and engineering company for security, defense, and energy.
10001+ employees
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$321.16M2025-03-12Post Ipo Secondary· $321.16M
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